Gum disease / diabetes connection

You’ve heard about it. A connection exists between gum disease and diabetes.

Almost 21 million Americans have diabetes. But an estimated 571 million people in our country have a condition called prediabetes, and still more of these people will develop Type 2 diabetes within 10 years.

Now, studies show that periodontal disease can influence prediabetes and contribute to the progression of diabetes.

However, regular dental visits can help those with prediabetes get the early warning they need to take care of their health.